How to calculate theta from tantheta

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To calculate theta from tan theta, use the inverse tangent function, often labeled as tan^{-1} on calculators. For tan theta = 0.107, entering this value into the tan^{-1} function yields an angle. If the result is in radians, ensure the calculator is set to degrees for the correct output. The correct angle for this calculation is approximately 6.14 degrees. Adjusting the calculator settings resolves any discrepancies in the output.
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tan theta = 0.107
Therefore theta = 6.14 degrees

How do I come to this conclusion using a calculator?

Thanks
 
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on you calculator, there must be a button saying tan^{1}. After pushing that, enter the tanthetha value, and you will get the angle.
 
opps the button is tan^{-1}
 
pinkyjoshi65 said:
opps the button is tan^{-1}


I thougt that was it, but my calculator returns .016594434 when tan^{-1}(.107) is entered
 
It looks like your calculator is set to radians instead of degrees.
 
chocokat said:
It looks like your calculator is set to radians instead of degrees.

Yes it was, thanks a million

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